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Quick Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry

A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring shrimp and broccoli, perfect for a speedy dinner that tastes like a five-star meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or thawed from frozen
  • 2 cups broccoli florets Can substitute with other vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Use low sodium if preferred
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Increase amount for extra garlic flavor
  • 1 tablespoon oil For sautéing, use vegetable or sesame oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare all ingredients by chopping veggies and patting shrimp dry.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add broccoli and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  5. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  6. Return shrimp to the skillet, add soy sauce, and stir to combine. Cook for another minute.
  7. Serve immediately, optionally with lime or sesame seeds.

Notes

Best served fresh, but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days. Avoid freezing shrimp after cooking to prevent texture changes.